Encarnación, Paraguay 🇵🇾
#463
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with options for budget apartments and shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce and staples at low prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and taxis are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
83%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including cinemas, local events, and bars.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are reasonably priced but fewer high-end options available.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Paraguayan Guarani has moderate volatility; inflation is controlled but can fluctuate.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-end.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small local setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
51%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with some urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas have waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Spanish and Guarani are primary languages; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good with occasional pollution spikes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with basic amenities and schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to global averages.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor health issues; serious cases may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Several parks and riverfront areas but limited large green zones.
❄️ Air Conditioning
62%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter residential areas available.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals and traditional music.
🌃 Nightlife
59%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and some clubs; not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
77%
Weight: 15
Close to river and natural areas suitable for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; mostly informal learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
52%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with traditional Paraguayan dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; niche market.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; limited specialized health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 time zone aligns well with North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
41%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community and platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with minimal amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
38%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited international flights; major connections via Asunción.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus services available but infrequent and not very organized.
🚶 Walkability
63%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
47%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
58%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; no train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
32%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in urban areas with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
62%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political unrest occurs.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Requires local documentation; process can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible with some effort.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Encarnación digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime exists; usual precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some ethnic diversity.